Medicine without borders: Kazakhstan and Japan share expertise

Medicine without borders: Kazakhstan and Japan share expertise

Japanese Professor Atsuyuki Yamataka praised the high level of pediatric surgery in Kazakhstan. The world-renowned specialist in the treatment of congenital malformations in children also highlighted the strong professional training of domestic doctors. This marks his second visit to Astana, where he is conducting unique masterclasses for local medical professionals. Over the course of a week, Professor Yamataka will work alongside surgeons from City Children’s Hospital No. 2, performing complex urological and proctological surgeries.


«Every time I visit Kazakhstan, I am impressed by the progress being made in healthcare here. Doctors are committed to constantly gaining new knowledge, which is very important. They have all the necessary equipment here. This morning, we performed surgery on a young patient with a congenital condition, and fortunately, we were able to provide the necessary treatment. Most importantly, we need to maintain regular contact and share experience,» noted Atsuyuki Yamataka, MD, Director of the Tokyo Surgical Clinic.


«Our doctors also travel abroad to exchange their experience. Even when treating the same condition, new techniques are being developed. Some of the methods are minimally invasive, meaning they do not require large incisions, while others are aimed at helping patients recover more quickly,» said Dinat Kozhekenov, Deputy Director, Astana Multidisciplinary City Children’s Hospital No. 2